Bolognese Sauce (Or Meat Ragu Sauce) Recipe

Name: Bolognese Sauce (Or Meat Ragu Sauce)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 carrots, finely diced; 3 stalks celery, finely diced; 1 large onion, finely diced; 2 garlic cloves, finely diced; 2 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano; salt; pepper; 1 lb ground beef; 1 lb ground pork; 2 cups beef or 2 cups chicken broth; 1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce; 2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes; 1 1/2 cups cream or 1 1/2 cups half-and-half, divided

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 carrots, finely diced
3 stalks celery, finely diced
1 large onion, finely diced
2 garlic cloves, finely diced
2 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
salt
pepper
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
2 cups beef or 2 cups chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 1/2 cups cream or 1 1/2 cups half-and-half, divided

1
Saute carrots, celery, and onion in olive oil for 10 min over medium-low heat until cooked through but not browned.
2
Add garlic, meats, and salt/pepper to taste. Cook until no red remains in meats.
3
Add broth; cook for 10 mins over medium heat.
4
Add tomato sauce, tomatoes, and oregano. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cook, simmering gently, for 2 hours You may add more salt/pepper as needed.
5
If you're not using all the sauce now, separate it into three containers and chill/freeze until ready to use. Step 6 is for 1/3 of the sauce.
6
(If using cold sauce, bring to a boil first, then) Add 1/2 c cream or half-and-half, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Serve hot over spaghetti or noodles.
7
Makes three portions, which serve 2-4 people each.

1308

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 carrots, finely diced, 3 stalks celery, finely diced, 1 large onion, finely diced, and more.

Yes, Bolognese Sauce (Or Meat Ragu Sauce) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bolognese Sauce (Or Meat Ragu Sauce)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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